Is the top a "butcher block" or do you need to use a separate cutting board?
7880
Tops a Butcher block I bought a small cutting board to keep it looking good well made
7881
You can use it as a butcher block. I mostly use it for rolling out bread or simple things. For serious chopping I prefer to use a separate cutting board because I don't want to stain the wooden surface. I also don't like to mix things like meats and vegetables on the same surface to keep things really safe in the kitchen. I seriously LOVE this cabinet.
7882
You would need a separate cutting board; the top is NOT a butcher block. (It is a wonderfully crafted island; incredibly useful, and holds a ton of stuff on the two inside shelves).
7883
It is butcher block. My husband and I love this piece. It looks great and fits perfectly in our kitchen. I do, however, use a rubberwood cutting board on top.as it was a gift many years ago and I can't let it go. You'll not need one with this beautiful island. We gave several coats of lemon oil to the entire unit before using it. Dear husband thought it necessary and it did add to the beauty of the wood. I recommend you read up on care and cleaning of cutting boards. The internet is a good resource. Hope this helps you.
7884
The top is not a butcher block, so you need to use a cutting board. The company provides very good service. We had one door that was very much lighter in color than the rest of the cabinet and we contacted the company and they sent another one immediately. Great customer service and the cabinet holds a lot and doors on each side make it easy to access your things.
1159771
The label says: "Ideal for butcher Blocks, Cutting Boards & Wooden Culinary Utensils". I Would include Bamboo in those.
73383
No. The surface is decorative. The instructions recommend you do not use for food prep or cutting. The finish is not coated so I am not sure that it is toxic but it is not meant to be used as a butcher block. We use ours with a cutting board and try to wipe up all spills and liquids right away, cleaning with only water and a mild dish soap. No problems so far after 9 months of use. The top is held on by 6 screws that fit in the bottom from the metal base. It seems like it would be easy to get a custom butcher block cut to use with this base.
716540
We found a large burled wood cutting board to put on top. I put adhesive felt pads on the bottom to keep from scratching. It is both functional and attractive. Spent about $70.00.
2214110
It's kind of like butcher block, as piece of wood are glued together, but they are not as thick as a butcher block is. looks like it but wouldn't cut on it.
607283
My block is wood and has spaces for steak knives. The one in this picture is not familiar to me. Sorry.
1497211
Hi- No, the top is not butcher block. It is beautiful but is laminated wood. One of the people on Amazon suggested mounting the knife block upside down to store cutting boards in it. We didn't do that but don't use the top for food prep. Hope that helps. I will say we REALLY love the size and extra storage space it provides. It's fairly narrow plus we didn't mount the towel or knife rack which makes it the perfect size for us. Good luck in finding a good unit!Valerie
59447
No don't use the top as a cutting board, it will ruin it. It's not cutting board material.
1999644
Yes the top can be cutting board. It's pretty solid and the knife slots on the side are really handy. Pull out cutting board is 14" wide, 16" deep and 1" thick. Has a finger pull indent in front bottom & drainage 'ditch' around the circumference. I would buy it again. I did have to get a replacement board for the top. don't remember now what was wrong with it. But they sent it out right away no problem. Good lucki
1555536
I have a butcher block on my kitchen island and don't use it for cutting directly on it and the cabinet maker told me that he used Good Stuff on it for the sealer and that's what I should use. Couldn't find it anywhere; but Amazon.com -- I was told to use very fine steel wool on it to get back to bare wood, wipe it down with a tack cloth and then use the Good stuff. Good luck!
2001624
The surface is PERFECT for food prep and serving. That said, the surface is bamboo [very pretty and nicely finished]. As we enjoy the look it has, while we *could* cut food on the surface, we prefer to use cutting boards in order to preserve the finish
1859952
No. There is a separate wood block for the knife to rest in. This is one of my favorite kitchen tools. Just remember, do not let it set for a long time in standing water. The wood will separate.
167540
It's laminate and cannot be used as a cutting board. U could cut right into if
737669
the one I ordered was the top only, the bench was separate... I used mine as countertop.... beautiful, and works fabulously!
1156607
Yes, and yes... You will be quite happy with this butcher block... Also, at the current price of $42, buy it. I paid about $65 when I purchased and was quite happy then... At $42 I am considering another.
1349889
Yes, there is a split that runs from the outer edge to the inner opening. You shouldn't need to cut anything.
1003105
Yes, it's safe to use on cutting boards or butcher block counter tops. I actually have a butcher block from Ikea and I've been using this product ever since. It's great and doesn't leave a funky smell. I can cut my veggies and fruits right on the counter top.